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Learning is a continuum. At BE-Nautical we seek to understand your educational and sailing goals to provide a curriculum rich with learning. Learn individually, as a couple or as a family - BE-Nautical has a course of learning to meet your specific sailing goals and needs.

Learning is a continuum. At BE-Nautical we seek to understand your educational and sailing goals to provide a curriculum rich with learning. Learn individually, as a couple or as a family – BE-Nautical has a course of learning to meet your specific sailing goals and needs.

Learn – basic through advanced skills certified through the ASA (ASA101 – 108, including ASA Endorsements, 117-120). From Sailing to Navigating and Forecasting Weather, Boat Systems and Electronics in several learning formats.

Practice – racing courses, technique and experiential courses from anchoring, night sailing, heavy weather sailing, and cruising skills including extended cruising formats.

Explore your sailing horizons. BE-Nautical offers educational opportunities and flotillas in interesting parts of the world along with offshore sailing experiences and certifications.

Learn with ASA’s Best! – Recognized as ASA School of the Year in 2013 and ASA Instructor of the Year in 2020 & 2021.

Chicago Area Locations – Belmont, Montrose, Wilmette, and Waukegan Harbors

• Proudly recognizing the contribution of Veterans and Teachers with discounts.
• Supporting our Environment through ASA’s Plastics Purge
• Supporting Women with “Women on the Water” Courses.

Other Courses:

Beginner Courses –

Beginners for Sail
Kids and Families for Sail
Teens for Sail
Sailing Fundamentals
This is Knot Fun

Intermediate Courses

Racing Fundamentals
Racing Crew
Sailing Refresher
Docking Refresher
Cruising Skills
Anchoring Techniques
Moderate Weather Skills
Coastal Navigation Fundamentals
Celestial Navigation Fundamentals
Electronic Navigation
Night Sailing Techniques
Boat Systems
Weather Fundamentals

Advanced Skills

Heavy Weather Skills
Advanced Cruising Techniques
Advanced Electronic Navigation & Cruise Planning

Sailing Course Format –

Evening
Weekend
Family
Women on the Water
Veterans for Sail
Near Shore Clean-Up – Plastics Purge

Offering IQC Courses in all ASA Levels from ASA Instructor Evaluator – Captain Brian Earl

Chicago area locations –

Belmont Harbor – 300 W. Belmont Ave, Chicago
Montrose Harbor – 601 W. Montrose Ave, Chicago
Wilmette Harbor – 20 Harbor Drive, Wilmette, IL
Waukegan Harbor – 625 E. Sea Horse Drive, Waukegan, IL
308 Laurel Ave

Wilmette, IL

Certifications

Keelboat Sailing 1

Welcome aboard to ASA 101, the gateway to your sailing adventure! This foundational course sets the stage for mastering the art of sailing

103

Coastal Cruising

Welcome to ASA 103 Coastal Cruising, where you take your sailing skills to the next level!

104

Bareboat Cruising

ASA 104 Bareboat Cruising, where your sailing journey reaches a new level of independence and adventure

105

Coastal Navigation

ASA 105 Coastal Navigation is essential for anyone ready to move beyond day sailing and take command of extended trips along the coast.

106

Advanced Coastal Cruising

Advanced Coastal Cruising is the ultimate course for sailors looking to sharpen their skills and expand their cruising horizons

107

Celestial Navigation

ASA 107 Celestial Navigation is for sailors who want to master the timeless art of navigating by the stars

108

Offshore Passage-making

ASA 108 Offshore Passagemaking is the pinnacle of sailing education, designed for sailors who are ready to tackle the challenge of open-ocean adventures.

110

Small Boat Sailing

ASA 110 Basic Small Boat Sailing is the perfect starting point for anyone who wants to experience the thrill and simplicity of sailing on a small boat

117

Celestial Endorsement

ASA 117 Basic Celestial Endorsement is the perfect entry point into the fascinating world of celestial navigation.

118

Docking Endorsement

ASA 118 Docking Endorsement is the perfect course for sailors who want to master the art of docking with confidence and precision.

119

Marine Weather Endorsement

ASA 119 Marine Weather Endorsement is designed for sailors who want to elevate their understanding of weather patterns and improve their decision-making on the water.

120

Radar Endorsement

ASA 120 Radar Endorsement is essential for any sailor navigating in low visibility conditions or unfamiliar waters.

Amenities

Weekend Courses

INITIATIVES

Veterans Program

At American Sailing we recognize the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who have served or are serving in our country’s armed forces. As a token of our appreciation, and our way of saying thank you, we invite veterans and active military personnel to share our passion for sailing by offering a discount on our ASA 101 Keelboat 1 sailing course.

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